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Antarctica Antarctica, Earth’s southernmost continent, is situated almost entirely south of the Antarctic Circle and contains the geographic South Pole. Encompassing around 5.4 million square miles (14 million square kilometers), it is larger in area than both Europe and Australia, making it the fifth-largest continent. Nearly 98% of its surface is covered by an immense …
Anti-Semitism, discrimination against Jewish people, has historical roots and persists in modern forms. Combating it requires education, legislation, and community efforts. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
Anticyclones are high-pressure systems where descending, warming air leads to clear skies and dry weather. They shape regional climates but can cause droughts or air quality issues when prolonged. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
Location: West Indies Official name: Antigua and Barbuda Formation (date of independence / date current borders were established): 1981 / 1981 Capital city: St. John’s Population: 87,884 / 517 people per sq mile (200 people per sq km) Total land area: 170 square miles (442 square km) Language(s) spoken: English (official language), English patois Main …